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90-Year-Old Activist to Cycle 104 Miles on Thames for Research Fundraiser

90-Year-Old Activist to Cycle 104 Miles on Thames for Research Fundraiser

Robin Hanbury-Tenison, a veteran campaigner, plans to cycle 104 miles down the Thames to raise funds for a local research station in Cornwall, despite facing various challenges.

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At the age of 90, Robin Hanbury-Tenison is set to embark on a remarkable journey, pedaling 104 miles down the Thames. This effort aims to raise money for a research station located near his home in Cornwall.

The event is scheduled for June 19, 2026, and will see Hanbury-Tenison navigating the challenges of east winds and 31 locks along the route.

As he undertakes this ambitious ride during a heatwave, his determination highlights the ongoing efforts in rainforest activism and fundraising.